Engineering an Autonomous Work Culture with Marissa Goldberg

Beyond Margins: Build a calmer business with comfortable margins

Can we create calm workplaces that are not only remote, but also asynchronous? And can we do it while avoiding micromanaging from afar?

We're continuing in our mini-series on my calmer framework for a calmer business. This week, we're diving into autonomy. Why is autonomy essential for a calmer business? What does an autonomous work environment even look like? And how can you apply some of the best systems and tips for creating an autonomous environment into your own business.

We're joined by remote-work expert, Marissa Goldberg. Marissa has managed distributed team members across 20+ countries and in 2018 founded Remote Work Prep. Remote Work Prep offers Fractional COO services and courses to help companies successfully create healthy, effective remote work environments.

On this episode, we learn how to set up employees to be their best selves and do their best job in an autonomous work environment.

Listen to the Full Episode to Hear:

• What autonomy in a work culture means and why it is essential for building a calm company.
• The importance of clear communication, clear expectations, and the need for documentation to support autonomous decision-making.
• The necessity of intentional onboarding and training to help employees adapt to an autonomous work environment.
• Marissa's tips for managing 'overwhelming freedom' through self-management skills.

Learn more about Marissa Goldberg:

• Remote Work Prep
• Work Forward Society Community
• Remotely Interesting newsletter
• When to choose async

Learn more about me, Susan Boles:

• Beyond Margins
• Connect on LinkedIn
• Connect on Threads

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